Google shows Android Lollipop, Nexus 6 and Nexus 9

Posted on Thursday, October 16 2014 @ 14:38 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

Google announced Android 5.0 "Lollipop", this new mobile operating system introduces Material Design, a new design and behaviour language designed for anything from watches to cars. Lollipop also has a new notification center, a new battery saver feature that promises up to 90 minutes more battery life, and new security features.

The new Android 5.0 flagship phone from Google is the Motorola Nexus 6, it's a 5.96" phone with a 2560 x 1440 (QHD) pixel screen, Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 SoC locked at 2.7GHz, 3GB RAM and a 13MP digicam. The device has an aluminium frame and comes with the Motorola Turbo Charger, which can add six hours of battery life with just 15 minutes of charging. It will ship towards the end of the month for $649 (32GB) and $699 (64GB)

Nexus 6

The Nexus 9 on the other hand will hit retail availability on November 3. This tablet device is made by HTC and features a brushed aluminium body, NVIDIA's 64-bit Tegra K1 2.3GHz processor, 2GB RAM and a 8.9" screen with 2048 x 1536 pixel resolution. Pricing is $399 for the 16GB model and $479 for the 32GB edition. A 32GB version with LTE modem will also be available for $599.

Nexus 9

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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